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Zesty Malaysian Rojak with Toasted Peanuts and Tamarind

Name: Zesty Malaysian Rojak with Toasted Peanuts and Tamarind
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Salad
Ingredients: 1 cup cucumber, sliced; 1 cup fresh pineapple, cubed; 1 medium green mango, peeled and julienned; 1/2 cup jicama, peeled and julienned; 1/2 cup fried tofu puffs, cubed; 2 tbsp tamarind paste; 2 tbsp palm sugar, grated; 1 tbsp chili paste; 1 tbsp lime juice; 1 tsp shrimp paste; 1/4 cup water; 1/4 cup peanuts, toasted and coarsely ground; 2 tbsp sesame seeds, toasted; 1 small red chili, sliced, for heat (optional)

Dive into a bowl of this vibrant Malaysian rojak, featuring a tantalizing mix of fresh fruits, vegetables, and a piquant tamarind dressing, perfectly balanced with the crunch of toasted peanuts.

4.4(658 reviews)

·By Ethan Brooks·October 31, 2025

Zesty Malaysian Rojak with Toasted Peanuts and Tamarind — Salad served and photographed from above

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Difficulty

Easy

Serves

Ingredients

Servings

For the Salad

For the Dressing

For the Garnish

Nutrition

Per serving

Calories: 206 kcal
Protein: 7.38 g
Carbs: 26.4 g
Fat: 9.53 g
Fiber: 4.15 g

Whole recipe

Total

Calories: 825 kcal
Protein: 29.5 g
Carbs: 105.6 g
Fat: 38.1 g
Fiber: 16.6 g

Breakdown by ingredient▾

Ingredient	Cal	P	C	F	Fib
1 cup cucumber sliced	16	0.8	3.8	0.1	1.1
1 cup fresh pineapple cubed	82	0.9	21.6	0.2	2.3
1 medium green mango peeled and julienned	70	1	19.4	0.3	1.8
1/2 cup jicama peeled and julienned	25	0.5	5.9	0.1	3
1/2 cup fried tofu puffs cubed	140	10	4	10	1
2 tbsp tamarind paste	46	0.4	11.1	0.1	1.6
2 tbsp palm sugar grated	90	0	24	0	0
1 tbsp chili paste	17	0.5	3	0.6	1
1 tbsp lime juice	4	0.1	1.3	0	0.1
1 tsp shrimp paste	15	2.5	0	0.5	0
1/4 cup water	0	0	0	0	0
1/4 cup peanuts toasted and coarsely ground	214	9.5	6.1	18.1	2.7
2 tbsp sesame seeds toasted	100	3	4	9	1.8
1 small red chili sliced, for heat (optional)	6	0.3	1.4	0.1	0.2

These are estimates, not dietary advice.

Preparation

Get these tasks done before you start cooking.

Preparing the Fruits and Vegetables

1
Slice and Cube
Slice the cucumber and cube the pineapple.
2
Julienne Produce
Peel and julienne the green mango and jicama.
3
Prep Tofu
Cube the tofu puffs into bite-sized pieces.

Making the Dressing

1
Combine Tamarind & Water
In a bowl, combine tamarind paste and water. Mix until smooth.
2
Finish Dressing
Stir in palm sugar, chili paste, lime juice, and shrimp paste. Mix well until the sugar dissolves completely.
Tip: Ensure the palm sugar dissolves completely to get a consistent dressing flavor. Adjust the chili paste to your desired spice level.

How to Make Zesty Malaysian Rojak with Toasted Peanuts and Tamarind

Total time: 40 min · Yields 4 servings

1
Combine the Salad
In a large bowl, gently toss the prepared fruits, vegetables, and tofu with the dressing until well-coated.
2
Add Garnish
Sprinkle the toasted peanuts and sesame seeds over the top.
3
Final Touch
Add sliced red chili for an extra kick if desired.